Shrimp Prawns and Olives Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Shrimp Prawns and Olives Salad! Bursting with succulent, perfectly cooked shrimp, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny black olives, and crisp mixed greens, this salad is as refreshing as it is satisfying. A zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, adding a delightful balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of red onion for added crunch and aroma, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a light lunch or elegant appetizer. Ideal for seafood lovers and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, this dish is a feast for both your taste buds and your eyes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
- 120 grams mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
- 100 grams black olives, pitted and sliced
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the shrimp. Boil the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and red onion slices. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dijon mustard, honey, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Add the cooled shrimp to the salad and drizzle with the dressing. Gently toss until the shrimp and vegetables are evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 3070 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 127.4 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2451 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
